Senior Accountant; ECH

Position: Senior Accountant (ECH-ON)
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Echelon Insurance provides Personal and Commercial Specialty Insurance solutions to protect Canadian families and businesses across Canada, through our trusted network of Broker partners. Echelon is a member of the CAA Club Group of Companies, and is an equal opportunity employer who offers a professional environment that champions collaboration, trust, and growth to drive success. We cultivate a great working dynamic to help us deliver what is best for our associates, Brokers, and Customers.
Who we are  Get ready to drive your career forward. Life at Echelon is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates' career growth and ongoing professional development – and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results.
We are caring. We are leaders. We are innovators. We are collaborative.
We work hard and play hard. We're about doing what's right and feeling good about it.
What You Will Do   Oversee Finance automation projects acting as a liaison with IT
Preparation and review correctness of financial statements
Take accountability for overseeing timely closing of Underwriting systems, Reinsurance system and coordinate
Review bank account reconciliations, and clearing accounts
Prepare and process monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, adjusting entries to balance sheet, income statement for financial reporting
Prepare monthly overriding and contingency commissions entries
Setup and update Reinsurance system and verify correctness of test results
Assist in monthly/quarterly/annual preparation of financial statements, commentaries and other supporting documents
Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial reinsurance reports to divisions and reinsurers
Conduct audits and advise findings and recommendations
Regulatory reporting; prepare and assist in quarterly and annual P&C1 statements and worksheets
Strategic Management;
Provide support regarding strategic management planning and implementation of presentation and analysis of internal controls
Year-end Audit functions;
Prepare working papers for auditors review, discuss variances, and provide explanation
Who You Are   University degree/College diploma in Accounting or Business related discipline
Professional designation (CPA,CGA, CMA, CA)
Minimum 3-5 years experience with month, quarter and year end
Work experience in a P&C insurance industry and familiarity within insurance accounting standard IFRS 17 is required
Ability to adapt to other new systems easily
Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office applications
High level of accuracy with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
Strong decision making, problem solving and multi-tasking skills
Ability to communicate accounting and finance information
Advocate for continuous process improvement and optimization

Please note:

Internal applicants are asked to formally express their interest by applying online no later than 10 business days of position being posted.
Our Commitment  We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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